Wednesday, November 17, 2010

A double wedding looms

November 17, 1920

Crown Prince Carol of Roumania will arrive in Lucerne tomorrow, accompanied by his mother, Queen Marie, who is now in Zurich, according to the Chicago Daily Tribune.  It is reported that the Crown Prince's visit will lead to his engagement of Princess Helen of Greece, daughter of former King Constantine. 
Helen's brother, Prince George, is reported to be engaged to Carol's sister, Princess Elisabeth.   An announcement of "an arrangement of a double marriage" between the royal families of Greece and Roumania is expected on Friday.
Queen Marie and Queen Sophie are first cousins, and granddaughters of Queen Victoria.

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